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Every life event is a unique chapter in your story, and I am here to help you. Whether you're envisioning an intimate micro wedding or a grand celebration, my bespoke ceremony services are designed to make your special day unforgettable.

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As an Authorised Marriage Celebrant. I am committed to creating unique, personalised, memorable ceremonies, filled with love and humour,  valuing your beliefs and desires.

I am dedicated to providing excellent customer service and believe that it is a privilege to be given the honour to commemorate life’s most precious moments.

 

Funeral Services are conducted with guidance care and compassion.

What do I do as your Celebrant for your Wedding Day?

On the day, the ceremony generally goes for 15-30 minutes, but there is a lot more to creating a loving and memorable ceremony.

 

Each ceremony I create can take between 15 -20 hours to prepare for your Wedding day. This starts from the first meeting, customizing the ceremony, doing the legal paperwork, creating playlists for your ceremony music if required, personalized vow cards,creating a beautifully bound keepsake/guest book a full rehearsal, including choreography, conducting your Ceremony and lodging the legal paperwork after the ceremony.

I offer unlimited contact with me and I am always available for support and advice.

I also can provide you with recommendations for Perth's top vendors to suit your budget.

 

Also, I arrive 45 minutes - 1 hour prior to the ceremony to ensure that everything is prepared at the venue and the ceremony runs smoothly.

I ensure that your guests are welcomed and positioned as per your requests.

Your Wedding day is one of your life's most precious moments and I am the person dedicated to making sure that the most important part of your wedding day is all that you want and dream of and more.

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What are the requirements for getting married in Australia?

 

To be legally married in Australia, you must:

  • not be married to someone else

  • not be marrying a parent, grandparent, child, grandchild, brother or sister

  • be at least 18 years old, unless a court has approved a marriage where one party is aged between 16 and 18 years old

  • understand what marriage means and freely consent to becoming legally married.

  • use specific words during the ceremony

  • give written notice of your intention to marry to your Authorised Marriage Celebrant, within the required time frame

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What paperwork do we need to complete?

 

 A completed Notice of Intended Marriage form must be given to your Celebrant at least one month before the wedding. You can give it to your Celebrant up to 18 months beforehand.

Your Celebrant can help you complete the form. The notice may be completed and witnessed outside Australia if required.

Talk to your Celebrant if there is less than one month before your wedding. A prescribed authority may approve a shorter notice time in some limited circumstances.

You will need to give your Celebrant evidence of date and place of birth, identity and the end of any previous marriages for each party.

 

If  you intend to marry overseas, please note that marriage Celebrants authorised in Australia can only perform legal marriages within Australia.

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 What if  I live too far away for the Cel­e­brant to sign my NOIM?

 

The notice must be signed by each of the par­ties in the pres­ence of, and wit­nessed by an autho­rised Cel­e­brant or a Com­mis­sioner for Dec­la­ra­tions under the Statu­tory Dec­la­ra­tions Act 1959, a Jus­tice of the Peace, a Bar­ris­ter, Solic­i­tor, a legally qual­i­fied Med­ical Prac­ti­tioner or a mem­ber of the Police Force. You can post or scan and email the signed NOIM to the cho­sen Cel­e­brant, to arrive at least one month before the mar­riage cer­e­mony date.

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 What if  I was born over­seas and the required doc­u­ments are not in English?

 

The doc­u­ments are required to be trans­lated by an accred­ited trans­la­tor with NAATI.

The trans­la­tor will need to pro­duce a statu­tory dec­la­ra­tion prov­ing their qual­i­fi­ca­tions to read and speak the cho­sen lan­guage. This will be lodged with all other offi­cial doc­u­men­ta­tion after the

wed­ding.

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What forms are signed on the Wedding day?

 

Three forms are signed on the day. The marriage participants and  the two wit­nesses (both 18 years or over) and the Cel­e­brant sign the Pre­sen­ta­tion Cer­tifi­cate, as well as the Cel­e­brants

Mar­riage Reg­is­ter and the 2nd Mar­riage Cer­tifi­cate for your marriage registration at the Birth, Deaths and Marriages.

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How does the Mar­riage become registered?

 

The Mar­riage Cer­tifi­cate–  in the Cel­e­brants Mar­riage Reg­is­ter and is kept by the Cel­e­brant. A sec­ond marriage certificate and Dec­la­ra­tion is sent to the Depart­ment Of Birth Deaths and Mar­riages by the Cel­e­brant along with the NOIM and any other doc­u­men­ta­tion required, within 14 days of the Wed­ding Ceremony.

The Answers You Need

Below is  a list of your most frequently asked questions and helpful answers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is a Marriage Celebrants Code of Practice?

A code of practice provides detailed information on the standards required by an Authorised Marriage Celebrant in Australia. Below is the current Code of Practice.

Marriage Regulations 2017 - Code of Practice for Marriage Celebrants


1 Application of this Code of Practice
This Code of Practice applies to marriage celebrants.
Note 1: A marriage celebrant is a person registered under Subdivision C of Division 1 of
Part IV of the Marriage Act 1961: see subsection 5(1) of that Act.
Note 2: Under paragraph 39I(1)(b) of that Act, if the Registrar of Marriage Celebrants is
satisfied that a marriage celebrant has not complied with an obligation under section 39G of
that Act, including this Code of Practice, the Registrar may take disciplinary measures
against the marriage celebrant.


2 High standard of service
A marriage celebrant must maintain a high standard of service in his or her
professional conduct and practice. This includes (without limitation) ensuring the following:
(a) appropriate personal presentation for marriage ceremonies;
(b) punctuality for marriage ceremonies;
(c) accuracy in the preparation of documents and in the conduct of marriage
ceremonies.


3 Recognition of the significance of marriage
A marriage celebrant must recognise the social, cultural and legal significance of
marriage and the marriage ceremony in the Australian community, and the importance of
strong and respectful family relationships.


4 Compliance with the Act and other laws
A marriage celebrant must:
(a) comply with the requirements of the Marriage Act 1961 and the Marriage
Regulations 2017 which apply to the marriage celebrant; and
(b) observe the laws of the Commonwealth and of any State or Territory in
which the marriage celebrant solemnises marriages; and
(c) avoid unlawful discrimination in the provision of marriage celebrancy
services.


5 General requirements for marriage ceremonies

A marriage celebrant must respect the importance of the marriage ceremony to
the parties and the other persons organising the ceremony. This includes (without limitation)
the following:
(a) giving the parties information and guidance to enable them to choose or
compose a marriage ceremony, including information to assist the parties to decide whether a
marriage ceremony rehearsal is needed or appropriate;
(b) respecting the privacy and confidentiality of the parties, including by:
(i) arranging for appropriate facilities to interview parties; and
(ii) dealing appropriately with personal documents and personal
information; and
(iii) maintaining appropriate facilities for the secure storage of records; and
(iv) ensuring the return of all personal documents belonging to the parties
as soon as practicable (unless it is necessary to keep the documents for the ceremony);
(c) giving the parties information about how to notify the Commonwealth
Attorney-General’s Department of any concerns or complaints they may have regarding the
marriage services provided by the marriage celebrant.


6 Knowledge and understanding of family relationships services
A marriage celebrant must:
(a) maintain an up-to-date knowledge about appropriate family relationships
services in the community; and
(b) inform the parties to the marriage about the range of information and
services available to them to enhance, and sustain them throughout, their relationship.

Cherished Reviews

 As a Celebrant, my aim is always to exceed expectations and make sure the vision for a special occasion is actualized in the final result. I have received many kind reviews and feedback and I am pleased to share them with you.

Debra

Customer Reviews

Everthing was amazing. There was not a dry eye in the house. The ceremony was beautifully worded and very special.

Sally     December 2017

Dear Debra,

We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for a wonderful wedding ceremony at our home. Your oration and choice of words were very touching to us both. Your excellent planning and commitment to the day made everthing go ultra smooth and the best day of our lives. A truly class act and big thankyou from the both of us.

 

Kevin & Janeth Watts        August 2018

Debra is a compassionate, lovely lady that wants only the best for your family. She is so helpful and has a knowing of what you want for the day. Debra made our Mum's final day so special.

Denise          June 2018

What a wonderful friendly easy-going lady. Debra was the celebrant we asked to hold the naming day for our baby girl. From our first contact right through to afterwards she was prompt, helpful, caring, genuine, and not only professional but added extra touches to make the day special and truly memorable. It was truly the best day! She made it so easy to be a part of and made me feel so relaxed even though Layla was a bit unsettled & hungry during the ceremony. Debra paused as we needed & nothing felt forced or awkward. Thank you so much Debra for helping us to welcome our baby girl into the world with your gorgeous words & loving demeanor. We have some precious memories to treasure for many years to come...

Nikki      September 2018

We cant thank Deb enough for making our special day more memorable. From the moment we met her,she instantly brought us out of overwhelming stress and panic. She had personalized checklists,made constant communication and told us not to worry about countless things as she did them for us. She also kept on reminding us of the things we needed to do and always made herself available for meetings.Deb was with us every step of the way. Our wedding was perfect and flawless. She blended the Irish and Kenyan culture so beautifully and made the ceremony amazing. Not only is Deb ridiculously organised , she is caring, genuine and a beautiful soul. Her presence before and during the wedding made all the difference.we would highly recommend her for your special day. Next time we see you Deb will be for the naming of the baby. Thank you so much

Michael & Jemutai xxx     October 2018

Highly recommend Debra for any special occasion! When first contacted her, I received all the information I needed and straight away felt that our special day would be in great hands. Debra created and delivered a beautiful Naming Ceremony for our daughter. She supported us in adding our own personal touches and recommended ideas when i was unable to find what i needed. Thank you so much again for all your time and effort - it is greatly appreciated and will be remembered always with the beautiful keepsakes we have. Xx   January 2019

Debra recently officiated our wedding ceremony, and I would like to give her the most glowing recommendation possible. Debra was absolutely amazing at every stage. She actually stepped in as our original celebrant was sick and unable to officiate, and so at relatively short notice, Debra was able to pull everything together so smoothly in a way that it felt like she'd been part of the process the whole time. My husband and I both felt like we were in such good hands and Debra is lovely, personable, friendly, approachable and explained every step of the process to us so we never felt lost or confused along the way. We are so stoked Debra could be part of our special day and she gave us an amazing ceremony we will never forget.

Thanks heaps Debra! - Holden & Raphael    April 2019

Debra was so professional and easy to deal with. She came over and explained everything and made it all really simple for us, was very supportive and reassuring in what can be a stressful life event! She was very warm and generous and did a wonderful job on the day to make it all pull together beautifully for us. I would highly recommend Debra for her professional approach and kindness and empathy. She had a great sense of humour as well which helped to lighten things! Thankyou so much for sharing our wedding day with us and we wish you all the best. - Luci & Regan Sept 2020

Debra was an amazing Celebrant. She was so easy to communicate with and thought of all the extra little touches that we didn't think about. She made the day go so smoothly and the ceremony was a perfect fit for us! We would highly recommend Debra as a marriage celebrant! Amy & Craig Sept 2020

Upon a chance meeting in the Swan Valley, we are so grateful we've picked Debra Chittleborough to be our Marriage Celebrant. She is a kind, thoughtful, friendly and a true professional. What I really loved about Debra's work is that she spent the extra time and effort to make our ceremony unique and personal to us. The injection of our stories in between the 'official stuff' and the personal blessing at the end was simply perfect. We were glad she was there to guide us every step of the way, I would highly recommend Debra to all my friends and family who are seeking to tie the knot. Thanks Debra! Linda & Jarrad Sept 2020

Thank you again so much for the most magical and most amazing day of my life & my families I couldn’t have asked for a better celebrant & I would like to say friend. 

 

I couldn’t have done it without you! Well we wouldn’t of said I do without you 

 

Love you so much Deb 

 

Lisa & Angelo Demarte December 2021

Mal and I cannot express our gratitude enough for your wonderful support and exceptional presentation at our wedding ceremony. It was perfect.

We appreciate you taking charge at those crucial moments and guiding us through those important cues xxx

 

I loved how you spoke during our ceremony...its a powerful quality you possess x

And a big thanks for arranging our family and friends to sign our ceremony booklet - what a touching inclusion xx

Mal & Michelle February 2022

Thank you so much for everything!!! You did an amazing job! We couldn't be happier with how our day turned out. We appreciate everything you did for us! T&P April 2022

Beautiful Debra made our day so magical and stress free I called her and explained I had 4-5 weeks to plan a wedding and she was there every step of the way, she made everything so smooth and when we met her we felt like we knew her forever she has such a warm kind personality and made it all come together beautifully thanks so much Debra I would highly recommend this amazing lady. Davina February 2023

It has been one of the best decisions we made in our wedding to get Debra as our Wedding Celebrant. Our intimate wedding was made spectacular and extremely organized by Debra. She handled the ceremony professionally and the whole moment was emotional and joyous. She is easy to communicate with, and our meetings before the wedding were organized, and all the paperwork was neatly done. The flow of the ceremony was handled really amazing, and she has a wonderful sweet modulated voice when officiating. I cannot express how thankful we are to Debra for giving us a lovely wedding to remember. Lorraine April 2023

What a wonderful wedding, Debra organized an amazing photographer, her own services, chairs, and many more at a really cost-effective price. Our ceremony was like a dream, Debra was amazing and explained everything so well and rehearsed all parts, she modified her service to add our special requests. She took care of all paperwork and registration. She's kind, and caring and I would definitely recommend her for any function. Juan August 2023

We want to take this moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for officiating our wedding ceremony. Your presence and guidance made our special day even more meaningful, and we feel truly blessed to have had you as the one who united us in marriage.

Your words were both eloquent and touching, and we appreciate the care and attention you put into crafting a ceremony that reflected our love and commitment to each other. Your calming presence helped ease our nerves, and your warm and genuine demeanor resonated with everyone present.

We are so grateful for the beautiful memories you helped create for us and our loved ones. Your role in our wedding is one that we will cherish forever. Thank you for being an integral part of our journey and for making our day unforgettable.

 

Wishing you continued success in your endeavours and hoping our paths cross again. C &K November 2023

Unlike weddings, funerals mostly occur without much planning time. Deb gently walked us through and guided us with so much love, care and kindness in such a short space of time. Being on one of life’s most difficult journeys, that support meant the world to us. When Deb learned of Dads hobbies and interest’s she delved deep to find the most amazing poem and reading for the service, going the extra mile to put detail into everything she did. Thank you from all of us Deb. Jenni November 2023

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